Yoctangee could see enhanced lighting, security on bike path

1:21 AM,
Apr. 12, 2014

Emily Anderson, laughs as she runs with Ben Karst Friday afternoon on the pedestrian and bikeway corridor along Yoctangee Park in Chillicothe. The parks and recreation department could install lighting along some of the corridor.

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Yoctangee Park could see lights installed along the bike path in the coming months as city leaders explore ways to enhance the park while making it more secure.

Parks and Recreation Director Dave Tener said Friday the city is looking at several projects, including a major overhaul of playground equipment, in addition to the placement of lights and security on the bike path.

Mayor Jack Everson said last summer that the city would get started in replacing some of its aging playground equipment in time for the spring season, but the city has been unable to make that happen in that time frame. ...